A teenage theif ran through the streets, a guard chasing after her. She almost bumped into a few but managed to weave her way through the lingering citizens easily.

"You! Halt! Now!" The guard commanded, but she paid him no heed and made no signs of slowing. Arrika swiveled her head to glance back at the guard who was gaining on her with every step, his legs being much longer. Cursing under her breath and shifting the heavy parcel tucked under her arm, she didn't see Kasei standing in front of her and collided into him, the box going flying off to the side.

"Saber held up a hand anxiously as Sovelis spoke. "I wouldn't offer Burlo..." But it was too late. The drunk had come out of nowhere to slap a hefty hand on the Tempest's shoulder, a twinkle back in his eyes as he boasted loudly, "I's startin' ta like ye, mate! How's bout usn's get goin'?" The cleric tried to drag Sovelis and Kasei towards the inn as Saber sighed beneath his breath. "Well, it's too late now...Lyos, you can go to the Hostel later, Sovelis agreed to pay for us. Although I doubt he'll have any left after tonight now that Burlo's along with us..." He began to gripe, but he was cut off by the sudden intrusion of Arrika, and a box that just so happened to be flying towards him at the moment. Burlo, remembering that Sovelis was also wanted and desperate to get his free meal, thought quickly and produced a short, splintered staff from beneath his coat. "Polymorph!" He whispered as he pointed the stick at the thief, hoping to turn her into a cuccoo before the guard arrived. He was certain that Sovelis would only be noticed on closer inspection, and the guard wouldn't have time for that if he was sent on a wild goose chase with his prey in the shape of a fowl.

"Arrika!" Sovelis said, squirming out of Burlo's grip, and stopping his spell with a wave of his hand to disrupt the man's weak magic. "Watch where your going, will ya. I thought you knew better than to just tackle Kasei like that..." he knelt down and started to help her to her feet. "Whats the rush anyways. Your acting like theirs a fire or someone is...after...you." He lifted her to her feet and frowned at the sheikah. "Okay...what did you do this time Arrika? What trouble did you bring to me this time...."

Arrika tried to protest as Sabertache cast his spell, but all she could do was... cluck?! What the-?! Who said you could do that?! Arrika demanded, fluttering around helplessly. What if someone eats me?! At this the cuccoo went into a frenzy, feathers floating everywhere as she panicked. No! The box! Someone get it- Or I'll be in trouble!!!

The guard caught up to the group at the moment, leaning over and breathing heavily. "Have any of you- seen a Sheikah girl- dirty theif- 'bout this tall?" He huffed, indicating with his hand. He cast an annoyed glance at the cuccoo. "Can you get it to shut up?"

Kasei was smiling. That smile turned into a frown as he felt something bump into him, something alive, for the moment. He turned to see an Arrika-cucoo flying around. Then the guard arrived, time for punishment. "Yes, she's right here." He said to the guards, lifting his hand to undo the polymorph spell. The shiekah went over to the box and picked it up wit his spare hand.

"Burlo! Look what you did to my pupil!" Sovelis said, hitting the cucco hard enough to break the spell that was cast on Arrika. ''I'd say hide...but I think we should just run for now...don't you agree, Arrika?" the mage asked as he started to help her to stand, yet again. "Hello, Guard. What trouble has my student caused this time?" Sovelis asked, looking at the guard and smiling.

When we get home, you are going to be in trouble, Arrika. Got it? he sent to her, keeping his face strait as he looked at the guard.

Arrika found herself sprawled on the cold ground and staring up at the guard. She scowled at Kasei and a split second later knocked the guard down with a spinning kick, then Shadowmelded away while he staggered back up.

"They don't pay me enough for this..." The guard sighed wearily. "Do you know her? Doesn't matter... catch her for me, and I'll give you a considerable reward." He straightened his armor and marched away with a grimace. Arrika reappeared when she was convinced the guard had left. "You're not gonna turn me in, are you, Kasei?" She said, taking a step back and hiding behind Sovelis. She noticed Lyos and the kid with him. "Hey... You're not gonna turn me in either, right?" She laughed nervously.

Two men wondered around from shop to shop, occasionally walking out with some new items very once in a while. Amenities generally made up what they bought, such as new cloths, matches, and so forth. They both wore open cloaks with the hoods down as well as tunics and pants, not to mention their matching Terminian watches. Then they noticed a gathering, Sovelis, Saber, Kasei, a drunk, Arrika, and two newcomers. Orpheous and Simon, the two men, Orpheous looking in his twenties, Simon slightly younger, made their way over to the group.

"Hello, gentlemen and lady," stated Orpheous walking up to the group. Then he turned to the newcomers, "I am Orpheous and the boy to my left is my apprentice, Simon," he said, motioning to Simon on his right. "I see you two are newcomers. Do you two have names?"

Kasei glared down at Arrika, then grabbed her around the waist with his arm and lifted her onto his shoulder. "I have every intention of turning you in. Money is hard to come by, ya know." He said, positioning himself so that Arrika didn't weigh too much. He turned to the others. "Just kidding." He said, putting her down. "Well, if the hylian haven in is where were going, then lets get gone!"

The Sheikah believed him for a second and didn't find his joke funny at all. "Going for a drink?" She said brightly instead, remembering that she was hungry. A free meal didn't seem like a bad idea. "If you pay for me, Kasei, I'll forgive you and not ask Seth to curse you and your children for generations," she said with a sweet smile. "Hey, who're you?" Arrika asked Lyos and sticking out her hand for him to shake.

It was Lyos' turn to be taken aback by the whirlwind of action that had just taken place. This town sure was a radical change. Somewhat bewildered he turned to the new faces in their now very large group. Gently taking Arrika's outstreched hand...

A thousand pardons miss, my name is Lyos Svara and this is my little brother, Hurin. I apologize but this place is a bit difficult to adjust to with all the action about. And Sovelis that is very kind of you to offer us your hospitality and we gladly accept, provided there is some cider to be had for my little brother here of course.

OOC: Will edit...but seriously, did anybody read my post. That is why you preview before you post. I'll edit my once the others edit theirs.

"Hey, you a vagabond too?" Arrika grinned. "Good, because we need to even it out- there's way too many law-abiding citizens around here," she said, glancing at Kasei. "You know, you're even more polite than Aurel is- I mean was... He's changed a lot..." she added with a sigh, and patted Hurin on the head. "How old are you? If you ever need someone to play with, you can hang out with my friend Seth. He gets bored when Thorne isn't around..."

Hey thanks Ms. Arrika, I'd love to. And I'll be 8 in two and a half moons. he beamed up at Arrika.

Lyos remembers the two men that came during the tussle and apologetically turns to greet them.

Orpheous, Simon it is a pleasure to meet you both.

With a bright smile Lyos turns to address Arrika.

I do what i can to keep things interesting. Can we escort you to the Inn? I'm quite sure we're all famished and I'd hate to see you turned into a Cucco again. Lyos suggested with a lopsided smile.

Saber had hung around the back, letting the scene develop--He didn't much feel like getting in any business with the guards. He stood there, holding the bag that had been knocked out of Kasei's arms until things seemed to have quieted down and Orpheous had introduced himself. "Well, Orpheous." He started, clearing his throat as nobody had made a gesture towards him yet. "Sovelis was treating us all to a meal at the Hylian Haven. I'm sure he would love to have you and Simon along." He added with a sly glance at the Tempest; He needed to pay him back for bringing Burlo along.

Speaking of Burlo, he had been sulking since his spell had been rejected by the other magic-users. As soon as talk changed to drink and somewhat food, his interests were rekindled. "Well, I's gonna hafta turn 'er inna a Cuccoo agin if I don't get nuttin' to eat soon. Le's go allready!" The Cleric demanded boyishly, his features vibrant with anticipation.